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Lot 683: John Adams Jr. Engraved Colt 3rd Gen Single Action Army

John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Steer Head Grips and Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Lot 683: John Adams Jr. Engraved Colt 3rd Gen Single Action Army

John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Steer Head Grips and Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 8, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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John Adams Jr. Signed Master Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Steer Head Grips and Box

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44-40 WCF
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: carved
Stock:
Item Views: 939
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 472
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1993 and subsequently embellished by Master Engraver John Adams Jr. The barrel is engraved with two bands engraved at the muzzle and near the frame with sprays of floral scroll coming form the frame flanking the barrel address and caliber marking. The frame is engraved with near full coverage floral scroll with a starburst on the front of the frame, coming off the cylinder pin release on the left side, and on the ejector rod bump on the right, floral bloom on the loading gate, and leafy motif on the top strap. The hammer, cylinder, triggerguard, and back strap are engraved to match. The engraving is signed on the triggerguard under the grip "J. ADAMS II 6/7/95". The revolver is fitted with a set of carved steer head grips with pierced sections where the horns curl. Includes original shipping carton and Colt blue box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent as embellished by Master Engraver John Adams Jr., retaining 99% plus nickel finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp grip carving with an attractive aged coloration. Mechanically excellent. Box is excellent.



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